September 25, 2024, ETOBICOKE – What started as a grey day on the links for 144 golfers ended with sunshine and a hole in one for local health care. The 28^th annual Osler Open: Etobicoke Invitational, hosted at the Islington Golf Club on Monday, September 23, raised $226, 330 in support of equipment and redevelopment needs at William Osler Health System’s (Osler) Etobicoke General Hospital.  

Funds raised through the sold-out event will help purchase vital medical equipment and fund upgrades at Etobicoke General Hospital, including facility enhancements to support Osler’s partnership with Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Medicine to train future clinicians.

“Etobicoke General Hospital has been a cornerstone of the community for more than 50 years. This is my community hospital, and it is heartening to see how support for it continues to grow,” said Ken Mayhew, President and CEO, William Osler Health System Foundation. “The generosity of the golfers and sponsors of the Osler Open: Etobicoke Invitational ensures that staff and physicians will have the equipment needed to continue delivering world-class care to those it serves. As we look ahead at Osler’s prominent role in shaping the next generation of physicians, I know we can count on the community’s continued support.”

“This is an exciting time for Osler as we take the steps that will shape a health system built for the future. This includes building upon the rich legacy of Etobicoke General Hospital to ensure we can continue meeting the unique health care needs of the community,” said Dr. Frank Martino, President and CEO, William Osler Health System. “We remain grateful to those who support the Osler Open: Etobicoke Invitational year after year and welcome the new sponsors and golfers who stepped forward this year. Having worked as a physician at Etobicoke General for many years, I can tell you that your generosity makes a real difference.”

The success of the Osler Open: Etobicoke Invitational was made possible by the generous support of the volunteers, golfers and sponsors who participated in this year’s event. A special thank you goes to Eagle Sponsor, Downsview Kitchens; Breakfast Sponsor, S. Robinson and Associates of RBC Dominion Securities; Cocktail Sponsor, CHG Meridian; and Golf Ball Sponsor, BVD Group.

For more information about Osler Foundation, please visit www.oslerfoundation.org. To learn more about Osler’s redevelopment, including the new Peel Memorial Hospital, visit www.williamoslerhs.ca/buildosler.